Monasteries of St. Antonios & St. Paulus

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Duration

14 hours

Cancellation

Up to 1 day

Group Size

29 people

Languages

English

About this activity

Discover the Coptic Monasteries of St. Antonio and St. Paul

Experience a customized private excursion to the fascinating monasteries of St. Antonio and St. Paul, the oldest monasteries in Christianity. The monasteries are located in the middle of the picturesque landscape of Egypt and offer a unique insight into the religious history of the region.

About the Monasteries of St. Antonio and St. Paul

The Coptic Monasteries of St. Antonio and St. Paul are historical sites of inestimable value. They are not only the oldest monasteries in Christianity, but also important spiritual centers. Here you can experience the rich history and heritage of early Christianity first hand.

Private customized excursion

Enjoy the flexibility and exclusivity of a private excursion that is tailored to your needs. An experienced guide will accompany you through the monasteries and give you fascinating insights into their history, architecture and spirituality.

Please note

We offer private tours to ensure you have the best possible experience. Prices are based on the number of people in your booking. Small group tours are offered on a first come, first served basis to ensure you enjoy a personal and intimate experience.

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Sequence

We will pick you up from your hotel at around 4:00 a.m. The pick-up time may vary depending on the location of the hotel and the program. You will embark on a two-hour drive in a high-quality air-conditioned vehicle. Before you reach the St. Anthony Monastery, you will cross the heart of the desert.

More than 1,600 years ago, the hermit Anthony lived here in a cave on a 680-meter-high mountain. A staircase with around 1,000 steps leads you up to the cave.

There you can admire the old writings and drawings of Anthony and enjoy the fantastic view of the surrounding mountains, the desert and the sea.

Then we continue through the rugged valley to the St. Paul Monastery. The monastery was built over the cave of Saint Paul, a Christian hermit who died in the 4th century AD.

Afterwards we drive to the restaurant to have lunch.

After lunch we drive back towards Hurghada.

You will be back at your hotel at around 5:00 pm.

program

The Monastery of St. Anthony
The Monastery of St. Paul
Lunch

Children’s discount:

0-5 years: Free
6-11 years: 50% discount
12 years and older: Full price

Highlights

Discover the oldest monasteries in Christianity: St. Anthony & St. Paul with a private guided tour.
Climb to St. Anthony’s cave, admire ancient writings, and explore St. Paul’s Monastery in the desert.
Enjoy a full-day excursion with hotel pickup, lunch, and breathtaking desert landscapes.